Benefits for families with more than 2 children before 6 April 2026.

The two-child limit for Universal Credit ended on 6 April 2026, meaning the benefit now provides an additional amount for every child regardless of the number of children in a household. This change affects Universal Credit claimants, though the benefit cap still applies to total payments. Guidance remains available for those who had more than two children before this date to explain the rules and exceptions that applied previously.